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Divide dam into syllables:

dam

How to pronounce dam:

Synonyms for dam:

barrage
barrier
canal
decameter
decametre
dekameter
dekametre
dike
dkm
dyke
embankment
head
hindrance
levee
lock
milldam
obstruction
rampart
wall
weir

Antonyms for dam:

aid
assistance
help
promotion

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  • pug
  • reef
  • sleeve
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